1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1972 Porsche 914 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (108 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Porsche 914 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 124 | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | 124 | 914 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |